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Why Love Us

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Great Teachers
Our teachers have been selected based on their teaching education, interaction with children, and ability to engage the classroom with our curriculum. They participate in ongoing training.
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Engaging Curriculum
Our curriculum spans a variety of age appropriate activities that encourages the development of fine and gross motor skills, creativity, spiritual growth and a love for learning.
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Program Results
Our programs provide children with a strong value system that promotes attributes such as: respect, honesty, hope, responsibility, fairness, kindness, equality, and love.
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Our Philosophy
We believe in partnering with parents to foster confident, well-rounded children who are prepared to enter kindergarten.
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Our Teachers

At Gingercare, we have the highest standards for teachers. Our teachers are highly educated, dedicated and loving professionals. They create a nurturing and educational classroom with your child's interest and development as their goal.
Barb Hjelm
Director
Wania Fisher
Assistant Director
Denise Shakir
Infant-Toddler Teacher
Stephanie Fota
Infant-Toddler Teacher
Hira Haris
Infant-Toddler Teacher
Leslie Hinkle
Infant-Toddler Teacher
Amy Goldstein
Beginner Teacher
Jessica Lin
Beginner Teacher
Jamie Rowe
Preschool Teacher
Emily Nikita
Preschool Teacher
Diana Metz
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Adrian Pippel
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Erica Mangers
Part Day Teacher
Laura Artwohl
Part Day Teacher
Luanne Howard
Office Manager

Our Programs, Your Choice!

Gingercare offers age appropriate classes for families who need full time child care as well as part day Preschool. Full day classes are year round Monday through Friday. Part day classes meet mornings for 3 hours per day from August through May.
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Full Day Programs
Age 8 weeks to 5 years old
We have four full day classrooms based on age and development: Infant-Toddler, Beginners, Preschool and Prekindergarten. Each classroom provides loving child care for it's students along with the age appropriate learning and academics. Our full day program is open Monday through Friday 7am - 6pm year round. Gingercare is closed on major holidays.
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Part Day Preschool
Age 3 to 5 years old
Our multi-age program offers an exciting 2-5 day schedule. You choose the number of days and days of the week, based on what works best for your schedule. Drop off and pick up are at your car! Mornings from 8:45 am - 11:45 am. Our preschool program prepares children for Kindergarten by providing for their social, emotional, academic and spiritual development.
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Between my two children, we were at Gingercare for six years.  Their teachers are so knowledgeable of early childhood development.  Not only do they prepare the children academically, but they also build the children’s executive functioning skills.  They are the best around!

Jennifer D (parent), Oct 2017

The teachers are the best, they truly care about the kids and their development.  This is not your typical daycare center, you won’t meet a new teacher every other week.  My family has been with Gingercare for about 4 years and I think I’ve only seen two teachers leave.  They also host a few family fun nights that are a big hit with the kids and parents.  I seriously can’t say enough good things about this place, we feel very fortunate we found Gingercare.

Josh M (parent), Oct 2017

I highly recommend Gingercare!  The staff is wonderful.  The curriculum is very impressive and has made my daughter more than prepared for Kindergarten this fall.  Barb is a very caring and attentive director. There is nowhere else I would hav wanted my daughter to have attended the past two years.  I feel very blessed to have had Gingercare.

April S (mom of Olivia), April 2017

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Healthy and Delicious Meals

Gingercare provides two snacks and one meal for the full day children, and one snack for the part day children.  Our meals are balanced and a variety of foods are always provided.  Snack and meal time are also teaching opportunities for the children.  Allergies and special dietary needs are always accommodated with a doctors note.  We take allergies very serious.

Exceptional Teacher Child Ratios

At Gingercare we believe a smaller teacher child ratio is the key to building strong, compassionate, bright children.  We keep the numbers of children to teachers under the state levels to provide the best learning environment and more individual attention for your child.

Safe and Secure Environment

Gingercare is dedicated to providing a safe and secure environment for your children.  All classrooms are locked at all times and require a PIN to open the door. Parents or designated adults must sign in with their secure PIN on our computer before dropping off or picking up children.   Photo IDs are required for any unfamiliar visitors.

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Recent News

April 4, 2018
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Beach Party – Family Spring Fling
You’re invited to our 12th annual Family Spring Fling!   It’s a Beach Party! Friday, April 13th 6:30 – 8:00 […]
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March 29, 2018
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Spring School Pictures
Lil’ Angels will be here April17th and 18th to take pictures of your children.  More information coming soon. […]
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March 14, 2018
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Spring Soccer – Enroll Now
Soccer Shots is teaming with Gingercare to provide an extracurricular activity for your child. […]
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Gingercare 2850 Ginger Woods Pkwy Aurora, IL 60502

About Us

Gingercare Christian Academy is a non-profit Early Childhood Program dedicated to promoting healthy and successful development through various learning activities, all based on Christian values. Parents, families, and children of all ages, races, and religious beliefs are welcome at Gingercare.

We are fully licensed and certified in Safe Food Handling. Our center has been licensed by DCFS.

We are an independently operated ministry of Ginger Creek Community Church.

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Recent News

  • Beach Party – Family Spring Fling
    Apr 4, 2018
  • Spring School Pictures
    Mar 29, 2018
  • Spring Soccer – Enroll Now
    Mar 14, 2018

Our Features

Gingercare stimulates curiousity and encourages children to learn with respect to their abilites, style and pace. Watch your child grow and develop at our center.

  • Friendly and loving teachers
  • Hands-on approach to learning
  • Proven curriculum
  • Flexible day to day experiences
  • Safe and engaging playground
  • Balanced meals and snacks
  • Learning, the way it should be!
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